Beverage Merchandiser: Full Time

Who We Are:
Watkins Distributing is a family-owned and operated beverage distribution company that has proudly served Idaho and Montana for four generations.

Job Summary:
The Beverage Merchandiser: Full Time is responsible for visiting retail accounts to ensure company products are properly stocked, merchandised, and rotated throughout their assigned route.

Work Schedule: Thursday - Sunday

Key Responsibilities:

• Stock and merchandise a variety of beverage products safely and efficiently.
• Replenish shelves, coolers, displays, and backroom inventory with company products.
• Rotate inventory to maintain product freshness and comply with expiration date requirements.
• Build, maintain, and remove promotional displays, endcaps, and other merchandising features.
• Install and maintain point-of-sale materials, signage, and promotional decals.
• Safely operate manual handling equipment, including hand trucks, to transport and stock products.
• Travel between assigned retail locations using a company vehicle or personal vehicle as directed.
• Follow merchandising plans and instructions provided by sales representatives and merchandising supervisors.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Preferred Skills & Abilities:

• Self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with a customer-focused mindset.
• Enjoys a physically active role that involves frequent movement throughout the day.
• Thrives in a flexible, fast-paced work environment rather than a traditional office setting.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and no major violations.
• Reliable transportation for use throughout the workday and proof of current auto insurance. Mileage reimbursement is provided.
• Must be able to regularly lift and move beverage cases weighing 20–30 lbs. Duties include bending, squatting, reaching, and standing for extended periods.
• Work independently across multiple retail locations, including early mornings, weekends, and peak holiday periods as needed.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• 401k matching
• Health insurance after 60 days